Practice Programs
We studied this course layout and mapped exact drills around stroke index, handicap index and distances. Practice like you know The National.
Total Programs
18
18 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
95
Total unique drills across all programs
Skill Pillars
11
Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Green Reading
Session Durations
6
3 days , 4 days , 5 days , 6 days , 7 days , 9 days
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for The National, identifying the specific skills this course demands most. The skill distribution below shows which areas of your game will be tested most frequently based on the hole-by-hole analysis (hole handicaps, stroke index, yardage, etc.), while the handicap ranges indicate the typical player profiles who perform well here.
Focus your practice on these key skills to maximize improvement and lower your scores. Check the practice programs below for targeted drills that address these specific skills.
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Skill Distribution
The handicap ranges shown represent the typical performance levels for this course. Players within these ranges can expect competitive scores, while those outside may yield benefits or may need additional practice in the highlighted skill areas to perform at their best.
Top Drills
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
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Stop the ball inside all five fields - with your eyes closed - to complete the challenge.
Hit bump-n-run two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the sloped rough grass; one bucket with balls above feet level, and one bucket with balls below feet level.
Produce low/mid/high shots using driver only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Work only on backswing using driver only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Work only on 'impact and follow through' using driver only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Work only on takeaway using driver only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
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Kitayama,
Holes
18
Par
72
Type
Mountain
Architect
Tomizawa Hirochika
Opened
1985
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Drill Library
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Curated selection of drills based on The National hole-by-hole data.
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Curated selection of drills based on The National hole-by-hole data.
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Curated selection of drills based on The National hole-by-hole data.
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Curated selection of drills based on The National hole-by-hole data.
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Curated selection of drills based on The National hole-by-hole data.
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Programs
We studied the course layout and prepared practice programs to lower your scores. The programs are purpose-built for each tee to align with the course strategy. Each program consists of curated drills, with pre-defined modules designed to deliver results.
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% match to course practice profilePractice uphill and downhill putts, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Roll putts from varying distances, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for The National. Start with the basics and work your way towards more challenging drills. Commit to 14 weeks of training and get in proper shape. Four days counts as a week.
Full 54 days 74 page practice program designed specifically around this course hole by hole data.
Putting · 9 ft (3m) only
Focus On Green Reading
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 2.0
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Make Every 20+ Ft Putt
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 0.0
Short Game · Chip
Avoid Three-Putts
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Short Game · Sand
Land Bunker Shots Close To Pin
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Short Game · Chip
Chip 10–25 Yds From Rough
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)
Hit Short Irons Close To Flag
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)
Improve Mid-Iron Accuracy
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Driver
Stop Missing Fairways with Driver
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Driver
Can you match your swing to the perfect trajectory?
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 26.0
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Land close to pin, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
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Get StartedSave par on approaches, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Stop missing fairways, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Match swing to trajectory, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Stop near the hole, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Sand from longer range, for a 14-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Control the rollout distance, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Picture the roll, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Vary landing spot, for a 15-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Escape safely, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Hit within 2-4 yards, for a 9-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Hit greens with mid irons, for a 11-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Control distance 150-180, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
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Get StartedAdvanced accuracy, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Advanced accuracy, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Hit close to flag, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
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FAQ
Get answers to common questions about playing The National and what to expect.
From a scoring perspective, The National challenges consistency. With a slope of 120, it remains playable for a wide handicap range. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 72.
A 15 handicap golfer should consider tees closer to 6000 yards. The back tees extend to 6500 yards, which makes approach shots longer and scoring more challenging.
With a course rating of 70 and par 72, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 72 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.
Measuring 6500 yards at maximum length, scoring depends more on placement than raw power.
The National is designed as a Mountain layout. Overall, the setup will reward players who place the ball in safe positions far from hazards. Also, type of shot is more crucial rather than just trying to gain distance.
The combination of a slope rating of 120 and yardage reaching 6500 yards creates consistent pressure on approach shots. You will need to balance risk and reward, especially on longer par 4s and protected greens.
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